Aesthetic interventions and plastic surgeries that improve the appearance of the eyes are among the most sought-after. In the last year alone, more than 200, 000 women and men have undergone eyelid surgery (blepharoplasty) and the number of aesthetic procedures for rejuvenation procedures cannot even be counted.
What do you need to know for those who want to enhance that part of the face called by the classic "mirror of the soul"?
Aesthetic problems in the eye area that require rejuvenation
- Heavy, tired look.
- eyelids dropped.
- bags or swelling under the eyes.
- Excessive, wrinkled skin.
Most of these problems can be successfully resolved with surgery to lift the upper or lower eyelid. Plastic surgery aims to improve the three main components of eyelid tissue: skin, muscle, and fat. The result is beautiful eyes and a youthful appearance.
Tapering of the upper eyelid
Most of the patients who visit beauty clinics complain of heavy, drooping upper eyelids that sometimes form a kind of "hood". This condition is called ptosis. The drooping of the eyelids can be congenital or caused by injuries, nervous system disorders, and even improper administration of botox.
Before the operation, the doctor will determine the reasons for drooping eyelids so that you can get rid of them in the most effective way. The condition of the eyelid muscles must be taken into account. If they are weak, canthopexy or cantoplasty surgery is done that strengthens muscle structures. It is usually done along with a blepharoplasty.
During the operation, excess skin and fat that protrude from the depths of the tissue are removed. The technique gives instant results, improves the contour of the eyelids, makes the look more open and the face rested and refreshed.
If the soft tissues of the forehead are loose and flabby, an eyebrow lift and a forehead correction are indicated in addition to the eyelid lift.
How plastic surgery fixes problems with the lower eyelids
The most common complaints in this area of the face are pockets under the eyes. The skin of the lower eyelid is extremely delicate and becomes thinner with age. Wrinkles appear under the eyes, similar to crumpled thin paper with fat sticking through.
This condition is corrected with a lift-lower blepharoplasty. During the operation, excess skin is removed along with the protruding fat. If necessary, the doctor tenses the stretched muscles.
In patients with a small amount of excess skin, it is compressed (pinched), making the contour of the lower eyelid smoother.
In the case of pronounced age-related changes, it is often necessary to operate both eyelids to significantly rejuvenate this area.
Non-surgical methods of eyelid rejuvenation
In addition to surgery, there is an increasing number of non-surgical interventions aimed at improving the appearance of the eyelid skin:
- Microneedles- a process in which the skin is pierced with small needles. As a result, tiny holes are left that the body tries to repair by producing collagen and elastin proteins.
- Chemical peelingwith various natural compounds that rejuvenate the skin and remove wrinkles.
- Laser treatmentsthat stimulate metabolic processes and cause muscle contractions.
- High-frequency and ultrasonic treatmentsthat tighten and smooth the skin.
The operative and non-operative methods of eyelid correction should not be viewed as mutually exclusive. Both techniques can be used together, are organically complementary, and produce excellent results.
Correction of the nasal grooves
There is a nasolacrimal groove at the junction of the lower eyelid and cheek, which becomes more noticeable with age. The soft tissues of the face lose volume and are stretched downwards by gravity. A dark, bulging area forms under the eyelid, making the eyes look tired and aged.
To improve the aesthetics of this area, the tear duct is filled in different ways:
- With the help of fillers - fillers that replenish lost tissue volumes.
- By adding fat cells that have been transferred from other areas of the body.
- The condition of this area is improved using non-surgical procedures - microneedles, radio frequency, ultrasound and laser methods.
Injections of platelet plasma (PRP) from the patient are also used. Plasma is rich in growth factors that stimulate the rejuvenation of the skin over the nasolacrimal sulcus.
A beautician will help you choose a combined method that consists of several complementary procedures.
Features of the rejuvenation of the eye area
Plastic surgeries on the upper and lower eyelids can deliver immediate, long-lasting and noticeable results. But when performing it, one important nuance must be taken into account. Many nerves and blood vessels pass through this zone, and their tissues are very thin and delicate. Therefore, the operation can only be trusted by a doctor with extensive experience who has experience in performing blepharoplasty.
If performed correctly by experienced plastic surgeons and beauticians, the rejuvenation procedure leads to excellent results that satisfy patients.